Study Nurse - Kisumu - 2 Posts at Kenya Medical Research - KEMRI

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality nursing care to participants, including HIV counseling, adherence counseling and tracking of PrEP and contraceptives.
• Conduct participants assessments, monitor vital signs, and assist in the diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions.
• Educate participants on HIV prevention, PrEP adherence, and sexual health.
• Support the implementation and monitoring of research studies related to HIV prevention and oral PrEP.
• Informed Consent administration
• Collaborate with the research team to collect, document, and report clinical data accurately.
• Administer Case Report Forms and perform quality checks
• Ensure compliance with ethical, regulatory, and clinical guidelines in all activities.
• Participate in training and capacity-building activities for clinic staff and community partners.
• Maintain accurate and confidential participants records in compliance with site policies and regulations.
• Perform participant off site visits
• Perform Phlebotomy and Sexual Reproductive assessments
• Develop and review of clinic related related SOPs

Vacancy Requirements:

• Diploma or degree in Nursing from an accredited institution.    Mandatory
• Valid nursing license to practice in Kenya.    Mandatory
• Additional training in HIV care, sexual health, or public health is an advantage    Added Advantage
• Minimum of 2–3 years of nursing experience, preferably in HIV care, sexual health, or infectious diseases.    Mandatory
• Experience in research settings or clinical trials is highly desirable.    Mandatory
• Familiarity with FP/PrEP and HIV prevention strategies is a plus.    Mandatory
• Strong clinical and diagnostic skills.    Mandatory
• Excellent communication and patient counseling skills.    Mandatory
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.    Mandatory
• Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) and data management systems.    Mandatory
• Knowledge of ethical and regulatory requirements for clinical research.    Mandatory
• Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care.    Mandatory
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.    Mandatory
• Commitment to advancing participant care and HIV prevention.    Mandatory
• Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and Human Subject Protection (HSP) certification with Strong knowledge of ICH guidelines    Mandatory